Chesterfield residents are being encouraged to visit Chesterfield Town Centre this coming Spring Bank Holiday Monday and experience music, comedy and a whole host of fun.

Officials say that there will be plenty of entertainment on offer for the children with a Punch and Judy show and an outdoor games area featuring large classic board games such as snakes and ladders in New Square Arena and balloon modeller Billy Bubbles and children's entertainer Professor Shell will be in the main market area.

For the adults, why not experience life as a market trader and sell your wares at the ever popular table top sale. It's simple - book a stall from only £8, bring your unwanted goods, enjoy the market atmosphere and make some money.

Many of the town's major stores will also be open throughout the bank holiday weekend and of course the outdoor market will be open.

Councillor Nick Stringer, Executive Member for Leisure, Culture & Tourism at Chesterfield Borough Council said: "There's plenty going on this special Jubilee Bank Holiday for all the family, so I hope people will come and enjoy what's on offer and support our local economy."

Bank Holiday Monday also sees the annual Procession of Witness around the Town Centre. Chesterfield's famous Whit Walks are believed to be the largest in the country. The Procession of over 25 churches of all denominations includes decorated floats and tableaux, marching bands, giveaways from balloons to bibles, clowns and the latest Christian rock music.

Once the procession has left the Town Hall at 10.00 am, it follows a route into town along Knifesmithgate, Cavendish Street, Newbold Road, Queen Street, Tennyson Avenue, Rose Hill West and back to the Town Hall for singing.

There will be entertainment, band music and refreshments both outside and in Eastwood Memorial Hall on Rose Hill.

Chesterfield's famous Crooked Spire will be open between 10am and 3.30pm on Bank Holiday Monday. Experience breath-taking views of Chesterfield from the top of the tower and learn the history behind the 228 foot crooked spire.

The Tourist Information Centre in Rykneld Square offers the free hire of an Audio Trail Guide to help you explore the sites of interest in Chesterfield's town centre and learn all about the town’s history.

Revolution House and Chesterfield Museum will also be open and entry is free at both venues.

So come along to Chesterfield Town Centre this Bank Holiday Monday and join in the holiday fun!

For further information including an application form for the Table Top Sale please call in at the Tourist Information Centre or telephone 01246 345777 / 8.

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Derbyshire County Council has been honoured with an award from the British Horse Society for its work in opening up routes for horse riders. More...

KILLAMARSH SHOPPING CENTRE REGENERATION PLAN APPROVED -
A scheme which will regenerate a North East Derbyshire shopping centre and create new jobs has been given the go ahead. More...

TOOLS OF THE TRADE ISSUED FOR SNOW WARDENS -
Chesterfield Borough Council has boosted its plans to deal with any adverse winter weather with 55 local residents coming forward to act as volunteers... More...

NEWS ON PROPOSED NATIONAL STRIKE ACTION, 30th NOV -
If the proposed national strike action goes ahead on 30th November, it is likely services provided by NEDDC and Rykneld Homes will be disrupted. More...

LOCAL TRADER LOSES LICENSE AFTER ILLEGAL SALES -
A Chesterfield retailer has lost his licence to sell alcohol after breaking a number of trading laws including sales to underage buyers. More...

AWARDS SUCCESS FOR ADVENTUROUS YOUNGSTERS -
Youngsters throughout Chesterfield have shown their adventurous side to become the latest in Derbyshire to achieve their Duke of Edinburgh's Awards. More...

FLOOD RISK WORK ON RIVER HIPPER -
Chesterfield Borough Council - maintenance work on the River Hipper, next to Queen's Park, will begin on Tuesday 22nd November for up to 8 days More...

FREE PARENTING SKILLS COURSES ACROSS DERBYSHIRE-
Derbsyhire Parents and carers are invited to sign up for free courses offering advice on the ups and downs of family life with children and teens.More...

DEREK DEMOLISHES 'PAST IT' WOODVIEW -
Work to demolish a former sheltered housing site in Eckington has now begun - and former resident Derek Oldale has been doing the honours! More...

DARK KNIGHT TO LIGHT UP CHESTERFIELD -
It’s been announced that Batman will join the Mayor of Chesterfield for the annual Christmas lights switch-on in Chesterfield on Sunday 20th November. More...

SIGN UP FOR A TASTY BUSINESS BOOST -
Food and drink businesses are being encouraged to take up a stall at one of Derbyshire's leading culinary events. More...

GOOD RATING FOR CHILDREN'S
SERVICES -
Government watchdogs have inspected services for children in Derbyshire and say they "perform well". More...

HAVE YOUR SAY ON ECKINGTON'S FUTURE-
Residents and businesses are invited to have their say on how Eckington town centre could be improved as the next phase of a major consultation gets underway. More...

CHESTERFIELD CONFIRMED AS PART OF 2012 OLYMPIC TORCH RELAY ROUTE -
Confirmation this morning that Chesterfield WILL be one of communities to welcome the Olympic Flame as it makes its way along the London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Route. More...

NE DERBYS SET TO WELCOME 2012 OLYMPIC TORCH -
NE Derbyshire residents are urged to join a once-in-a-lifetime celebration with the announcement that the official Olympic Flame is headed for the district. More...

CREME OF COUNTY'S CULINARY CROP CROWNED -
3 local Eateries have been rewarded for their high standards at a ceremony that celebrated the best of Derbyshire's food and drink. More...

MOBILITY COMPANY BOSSES JAILED OVER AGGRESSIVE SALES -
2 bosses of a mobility company have been jailed for a total of 7 years after admitting unfair and aggressive sales to the elderly and vulnerable More...

DERBYSHIRE COUNTY COUNCIL REPORTS AFTER MEETING -
DCC held it's Cabinet meeting on Tuesday November 1st and made several key decisions listed here. More...

BLUE BADGE SCHEME CHANGES WILL HELP COMBAT FRAUD -
It's been announced that changes to the Blue Badge parking scheme for people with mobility problems are to be introduced from January. More...

PLANNING IN PLACE FOR WINTER -
After a public consultation, Derbyshire County Council's Cabinet yesterday approved changes to the way Derbyshire's roads are gritted. More...

CHESTERFIELD WELCOMES HOME 9th/12th LANCERS -
Chesterfield can show its support to soldiers from the 9/12th Royal Lancers (Prince of Wales's) when the Regiment parades through town marking their return from Afghanistan. More...

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL CONTRACT
COMPANIES
-
Contractors in Chesterfield have a chance to become part of the supply chain for the planned renovation of Chesterfield Indoor Market Hall. More...

LOCAL MP SUPPORTS NATIONAL HEALTH CAMPAIGN -
Chesterfield MP Toby Perkins pledged his support to a national health campaign by attending the launch of 'Meningitis Changes Futures' More...

LEAVE A LIGHT ON TO BEAT THE BURGLARS -
Residents are being urged to leave a light on - and put the burglars off - as part of a burglary-reduction initiative in the run-up to Christmas. More...

HELP DERBYSHIRE GET ON-LINE FOR £7.39m BROADBAND FUNDING -
Derbyshire residents are being urged to help unlock a £7.39 million pot of Government funding to bring superfast broadband to the county. More...

ALL NOT OUT AT BREARLEY PARK -
Over the summer Chesterfield Borough Council has led a project that has resulted in a local cricket club setting up a junior section for 2012. More...

MARKHAM READY FOR BUSINESS AFTER £1.8 MILLION CLEARANCE -
Work on the latest phase of Derbyshire’s flagship regeneration project has been completed to clear land for new businesses. More...

LOCAL MP SUPPORTS SILVER STAR DIABETES
CHALLENGE -
Toby Perkins MP joined the Opposition Leader Ed Miliband MP and other MP's, at the launch of the Silver Star Diabetes Challenge at the House of Commons. More...

LOCAL MP SAYS LET THE PEOPLE SPEAK -
This week saw an opportunity for Parliament to hold a referendum on our continued membership of the EU, a motion rejected by a majority of MPs. More...

CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL SETS STANDARD FOR OUTSOURCING -
One year on and experts say that CBC's 'pioneering outsourcing partnership' with arvato Kier is already delivering outstanding results More...

COUNCIL SEEKS BETTER CONTROL OF DOGS -
Dog Control Orders will be in force in five locations in Chesterfield from the 1st November. More...

PARK HOME OWNERS MARCH FOR JUSTICE -
Natascha Engel MP joined with residents from across NE Derbyshire who marched on Parliament regarding Mobile Homes legislation. More...

NEW SERVICE MEANS YOU JUST 'TELL US ONCE!' -
Residents will now only have to provide birth or death details once, instead of repeating the same information to every council and Government service. More...

CLEAN UP OR PAY UP -
Chesterfield Borough Council has successfully prosecuted three people in its ongoing campaign against litter and dog fouling. More...

DRONFIELD GYM-GOER SCOOPS iPOD -
One lucky North East Derbyshire resident, saw her dedicated fitness regime pay off in more ways then usual! More...

3 DEVELOPERS ARE SELECTED FOR 'NOTHERN GATEWAY' PROJECT -
Chesterfield Borough Council announces that it has shortlisted 3 potential development partners to compete for the 'Northern Gateway' project More...

PROPOSED BOUNDARY CHANGES FOR CHESTERFIELD VOTERS -
Following a review by the Boundary Commission for England it has been announced that there are proposed changes to the parliamentary boundary within Chesterfield. More...

BLUE PLAQUE ROCKETS INTO CHESTERFIELD -
Derbyshire County Council is to mark the contribution George Stephenson made to Derbyshire's past by unveiling a blue plaque in his honour. More...

CORRIE STAR TYRONE TO SHARE STAGE WITH DERBYSHIRE'S YOUNG ACHIEVERS -
Young Achievers and their guests will get the chance to meet Coronation Street star Alan Halsall who plays Tyrone Dobbs. More...

NEW DERBYSHIRE POET LAUREATE ANNOUNCED -
Matt Black was unveiled as Derbyshire's new poet laureate Derbyshire County Council yesterday and described as an 'entertaining and thought-provoking writer'. More...

COUNCILS APPOINT NEW JOINT DIRECTORS -
The 2nd stage of a pioneering Strategic Alliance between Bolsover DC and NEDDC today brings the appointment of four Joint Directors. More...

SPLASH THAT CASH! -
Swimmers are being urged to make a splash and save some cash thanks to a new money-saving offer at North East Derbyshire's swimming pools. More...

CHESTERFIELD HIGHLY COMMENDED FOR REGENERATION -
Chesterfield Borough Council has announced today that it's received a highly commended award for its regeneration of the A61/River Rother Corridor. More...

MP TOBY PERKINS HEARS THE 'SCOUTS SPEAK UP!' -
Chesterfield MP Toby Perkins spent some time last weekend meeting with Scouts from across the UK More...

DO YOU KNOW A WORTHY YOUNG WINNER? -
Schools, community leaders, councils and members of the public are invited to nominate outstanding youngsters for the annual Young Achievers awards More...

MP NATASCHA ENGEL ON TODAY'S SPEECH BY ED MILIBAND -
Labour Leader Ed Miliband gave his landmark speech to the Labour Party conference today, and out lined his views and vision for his leadership. More...

PLASTIC BANKS REMOVED AFTER RECYCLING SUCCESS-
A new 'burgundy bin' recycling scheme in NE Derbyshire has proved such a success in just 4 months that it's led to plastic recycling banks being removed.More...

IT'S UDDER-LY FANTASTIC! -
Yesterday marked World School Milk Day across the UK to highlight the importance of milk as a nutritious and healthy part of childrens diets. More...

500 NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR DERBYSHIRE'S YOUNG PEOPLE -
has created a new apprenticeship scheme for young people which will create 500 Derbyshire County Council apprenticeships over the next four years. More...

CALLING ALL FARMERS... -
Derbyshire County Council is already preparing for winter conditions and is asking farmers with suitable ploughing or gritting equipment to get in touch. More...

'A DAY ON THE BEAT' TOBY PERKINS MP TALKS POLICE -
Toby Perkins, MP for Chesterfield took the chance to spend a day on the beat with Derbyshire Police's 'C' division and tells us in his own words what he found. More...

LOCAL MP PRESSES PM ON COUNCILS CASH FOR HOMES BONANZA -
MP for NE Derbyshire, Natascha Engel has asked the Prime Minister about encouraging councils to 'sell' greenfield sites to developers to balance their budgets More...

DERBYSHIRE BUSINESSES INVITED TO COMPETE FOR 2 NEW AWARDS -
Derbyshire businesses are being invited to put themselves forward for 2 new awards that will be presented at this year's Derbyshire Sports Awards. More...

LOCAL BUSINESSES ON BOARD TO REDUCE LITTER -
Fast-food and takeaway businesses are being urged by Chesterfield Borough Council to sign up to help reduce litter. More...

SHARLEY PARK BENEFITS FROM REFURB PROGRAMME-
Local residents are set to benefit from £500,000 worth of improvements which have been earmarked for a North East Derbyshire leisure centre. More...

PARK PROPOSALS OPEN FOR PUBLIC REVIEW -
Eastwood Park in Hasland, Chesterfield will soon benefit from a £990,000 restoration project and the public is invited to attend an open day to view the latest proposals. More...

COUNTY CONFIRMS SUPPORT FOR DISABLED CHILDREN -
Derbyshire County Council has renewed its support for disabled children and their families by signing up to a new national quality standard. More...

BENEFIT REFORMS WARNING -
Tenants who risk falling into mounting debts because they are missing out on their benefit entitlements could soon become almost impossible to identify and help. More...

14,000 LOCAL ADULTS IMPROVE JOB PROSPECTS WITH NEXT STEP -
Over 14,000 Derbyshire adults improve job prospects thanks to Next Step and it's the First anniversary of the free careers advice service this month. More...

IS YOUR PARK YOUR CHOICE? -
Chesterfield Borough Council is asking residents to vote for their favourite Green Flag Park as part of a national competition More...

MORE CONSULTATION FOR PROPOSED CONSERVATION AREA-
Chesterfield Borough Council has agreed to carry out further consultation on its proposals to extend the Town Centre Conservation Area along Saltergate / Ashgate Rd. More...

COUNCIL LAUNCHES CHILDRENS TRANSPORT CONSULTATION -
Derbyshire County Council has launched a consultation on proposed changes to transport for children and young people. More...

NEW CHIEF FOR COUNTY'S CHILDREN'S SERVICES -
Derbyshire County Council is to have a new Chief of Children's Services after news today that Bruce Buckley is to retire after 40 years More...

LOCAL MP QUESTIONS FAIRNESS OF COUNCIL CONSULTATION EXERCISE -
Natascha Engel, MP for NE Derbyshire has written to Derbyshire County Council raising concerns about the way it conducted its Transport Consultation exercise More...

EARLY SUCCESS FOR DERBYSHIRE'S NEW RECYCLING SCHEME -
Green-minded residents in Derbyshire are helping to more than double recycling rates following a new and improved kerbside recycling scheme. More...

COUNCILS TO SHARE MANAGERS IN MONEY SAVING MOVE -
It's been announced that two Derbyshire councils are to share their senior managers in a move that they say will save around £150,000 a year. More...

WHO'S ON YOUR DOORSTEP? -
Residents in North East Derbyshire are being urged to be cautious when donating cash or goods to doorstep charity collectors. More...

GRITTING DERBYSHIRE ROADS, WE WANT YOUR VIEWS! -
After last year's severe winter weather and ahead of this winter, local people are being asked their views about possible changes to the way DCC grits its roads. More...

NORTH DERBYSHIRE COUNCILS JOIN TO SAVE £2.8m -
New figures highlighting big savings notched up over the past 5 years by 3 councils in north Derbyshire have just been released. More...

LIMIT TO LICENSED PREMISES LOOMS IN TOWN CENTRE -
Plans have been revealed today which could see the number of licensed premises in a small area of Chesterfield town centre limited. More...

COUNCIL REVIEWS POLLING STATIONS -
Chesterfield Borough Council has said today that it is carrying out a review of its polling districts and stations in order to make sure that they serve the needs of local voters. More...

MOBILITY COMPANY ADMIT AGGRESSIVE SALES TO ELDERLY -
Bosses of a mobility aid company have admitted unfair and aggressive sales to elderly and vulnerable residents. More...

HOUSING SURVEY TO IDENTIFY LOCAL NEEDS -
Local residents with a disability are being invited to take part in a new survey to help local authorities plan suitable housing and facilities for their communities. More...

'SNOW JOKE' FOR COUNCIL AS GRITTING POLICY IS DECIDED -
Councillors at Derbyshire County Council meet today to consider proposals to change the way Derbyshire's roads are gritted. More...

RAISING ASPIRATIONS AT COUNCIL APPRENTICESHIP SCHEME -
Chesterfield Borough Council has said that it's Apprenticeship Scheme has gone from strength to strength More...

DON'T LOSE YOUR VOTE IN 2012 -
You are being urged to return your Electoral Registration forms as soon as possible to make your voice heard in elections in 2012 More...

EXCITING TIMES AHEAD FOR TOWN -
"We have great aspirations for Chesterfield". That was Chesterfield Borough Council's Chief Executive Huw Bowen More...

WATCH OUT - THERE'S A SCAM ABOUT! -
Consumers and businesses are being warned to be on their guard following a rise in complaints about two types of telephone scams. More...

A CLASS ACT -
A nursery in Chesterfield is this week celebrating after news that it has been awarded an \outstanding' grading after a recent Ofsted visit. More...

ROLL UP FOR THE BIG SUMMER READ -
Some good news for parents who are wondering how to entertain their kids for the next six weeks with news that Big Top treats are being lined up More...

£3.6 MILLION CASH INJECTION TO FIX LOCAL ROADS -
It's been announced today that Derbyshire County Council has been awarded £3.6 million to help fix potholes caused by the extreme winter weather last year, More...

COURT SUCCESS FOR CHESTERFIELD BOROUGH COUNCIL -
Chesterfield Borough Council has recently won three cases at the North East Derbyshire and Dales Magistrates' Court. More...

NATASCHA ENGEL, "BACKBENCHER OF THE YEAR" -
Local MP Natascha Engel was named the Backbencher of the Year in Parliament last night More...

NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR CHESTERFIELD'S REGENERATION -
Two of Chesterfield's regeneration sites have reached the final stages in the prestigious Regeneration and Renewal Awards More...

JOBS BOOST ON THE WAY -
Plans have now been submitted for what's being described as a 'flagship regeneration scheme' which is expected to bring new jobs to the area. More...

"WE NEED TO PROTECT THE WORKERS" SAYS MP -
Known as the silent killer, asbestos was for years seen as a solution to many building problems. More...

NEW COUNCILLOR GOES ONLINE 24/7 -
One new Chesterfield Lib Dem Councillor has taken an innovative approach to spreading the word to his constituents with the creation of the first council 'ward website' More...

MP PRAISES STAFF AFTER HOSPITAL FIRE NIGHTMARE -
Chesterfield MP Toby Perkins has today paid tribute to what he termed, "The commitment, bravery and professionalism of the town's public sector workers" More...

SEEING RED OVER RED TAPE? -
We all moan about red tape now and then but the government is now giving residents of Chesterfield a chance to do something about it. More...

WHO GETS YOUR VOTE? -
The shortlist for this year's Blue Plaque awards has just been announced by DCC and features the name of a woman pivotal to the history and development of Chesterfield. More...

FAIR TRADE IN CHESTERFIELD -
It's been announced that Chesterfield has retained its Fairtrade status for its work in boosting awareness and understanding of trade issues More...

NEW SCULPTURE LIGHTS UP THE CASA -
Chesterfield Borough Council has now officially unveiled the Borough's latest piece of public artwork. More...

£1m POUND BOOST FOR LOCAL ECONOMY-
It's been revealed today that parts of NE Derbyshire are set to benefit to the tune of £1m after European funding cash has been injected. More...

TAXI DRIVER CONVICTED OF SMOKING IN CAB -
A taxi driver who was caught smoking in his vehicle has been convicted of an offence of smoking in a smoke-free place. More...

LOCAL POLITICAL LEADERS 'GAGGED' IN TOWN CENTRE -
As part of the protest into proposed cuts to Legal Aid campaigners 'gagged' MP's, local council leaders and solicitors to show how ordinary people in our town will be affected More...

LEGAL CUTS PROTEST TO TAKE PLACE IN CHESTERFIELD -
It's feared that plans by the Coalition Govt to cut legal aid entitlement will hit over 2,410 people in Chesterfield who, campaigners say, will lose their right to Legal Advice. More...

DUMPED TOXIC DRUMS PROMPT COUNCIL APPEAL -
Residents are being asked for information after 6 metal drums containing a dangerous substance were dumped on a North Derbyshire roadside. More...

1/4 OF A MILLION CHANCES FOR SMALL CHARITIES -
A new initiative launches this month that will give Communities the chance to celebrate the work of small charities and share in £250,000. More...

NORTH DERBYSHIRE SET FOR A MASSIVE JOBS WINDFALL -
It’s hoped that the local economy could benefit from an influx of job opportunities after news an Enterprise Zone could be established More...

M1 ROUNDABOUT RESURFACING -
Derbyshire County Council has confirmed that work on the M1 junction 29 roundabout is due to start tonight (Mon June 6th) More...

ALL IN A GOOD
CAUSE -
The former Chair of North East Derbyshire District Council has today expressed her thanks after over £6,000 was raised More...

PLANS ANNOUNCED FOR LOCALISING FUTURE DEVELOPMENT -
Housing Minister Grant Shapps has today called on communities in Derbyshire to start laying the foundations for the future developments they would like to see More...

NEW CHAIR FOR NEDDC ACCEPTS CHAIN OF OFFICE -
Cllr Brian Wright who represents the Clay Cross South ward has accepted the official chain of office as the new Chair of NEDDC. More...

WOMAN JAILED FOR £35k BENEFIT FRAUD -
"Statistics show that benefit thieves stole over £900m of taxpayers' money over the last year. It's a crime that hits us all in the pocket, but together we can crack it" More...

NEW CABINET NAMED IN NE DERBYSHIRE -
NE Derbyshire District Council's Leader has vowed to continue its delivery of excellent services to local people despite tough times ahead. More...

FLAGSHIP CENTRE CELEBRATES 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY -
The Dunston Innovations centre is celebrating it's 10th year of nurturing, supporting and strengthening businesses in the Borough. More...

NEW COUNCIL LEADERS
ANNOUNCED -
The team heading up Chesterfield Borough Council has been announced tonight by the new Leader of the Council, John Burrows More...

LABOUR TAKES THE TOWN IN ELECTION SWEEP -
It took just 3 hours for Chesterfield Borough Council to see a seismic change in control today as voters made their mark at the polling booth More...

LOCAL ELECTION RESULTS LIVE -
As the results come in, results live and final. More...

SO WHAT ARE WE VOTING FOR TODAY? -
As you enter the polling booth today, you're making history. It's only the second time in the history of the UK that a referendum has been put to the country More...

DON'T LET JOBSWORTHS RUIN YOUR ROYAL WEDDING PARTY -
Communities wanting to organise celebrations for the Royal Wedding are being urged not to be fobbed off by jobsworths citing 'health and safety'. More...

JUDGES KEPT BLOOMIN BUSY WITH KIDS ART COMP -
700, very high standard entries were received from the children of 8 primary schools for this year's Chesterfield in Bloom Children’s Painting Competition More...

WHY SHOULD I VOTE?-
With the local elections only a couple of weeks away and Councils keen to get more young people to vote, a new YouTube campaign is urging young voters to have their say. More & Video...

EASTER HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES -
It's day one of the Easter holidays and if you've already heard "I'm borrreeeedddd!" a few times then help may be at hand. More...

BREATHE DEEPLY -
A study carried out to assess air pollution in Chesterfield has found that no locations pollution levels exceed the safety limit values set by the EU. More...

NEW RECYCLING SERVICE COMING -
NE Derbys and Bolsover residents are being urged to look out for important information about their new-look recycling service, being delivered to their homes over the next few weeks. More...

PROSECUTIONS FOR CIGARETTE LITTER -
Chesterfield Borough Council has said that it has successfully prosecuted six people for dropping cigarettes in the Borough. More...

CANDIDATES ANNOUNCED FOR LOCAL ELECTIONS -
It's the final countdown to the local elections - now just a month away on May 5th and final nominations have been published... More...

WILL YOUR VOTE COUNT? -
Residents are being reminded to make sure they have registered to vote for the forthcoming local elections and referendum. More...

NEW REGULATIONS FOR SUNBED OPERATORS -
Sunbed operators are today being warned that new rules are about to come into force from 8th April. More...

SHAPE YOUR FUTURE -
Cllr Graeme Baxter MBE has been a passionate voice in North East Derbyshire for over 20 years. Now Leader, he remains true to the principles he carried when he began. More...

"A WONDERFUL PLACE TO BE" -
Cllr Ray Russell, Leader of Chesterfield Borough Council is a quietly spoken man, but one who is very vocal about Chesterfield and what he believes it should be. More...

COUNCILS WORK TOGETHER ON ECONOMIC GROWTH -
The 3 Councils across the region have announced that their joint Economic Development Strategy has been successful. More...

NEW CASH FOR NEW HOMES -
Chesterfield Borough Council has today laid the foundations for £56 million of investment in its Council housing stock over the next four years. More...

VITAL FUNDS CONTINUE FOR SEPARATED FAMILIES IN CHESTERFIELD -
A help centre for families affected by separation is celebrating after learning that funding is to continue enabling them to remain open. More...

FIRST NEW COUNCIL HOMES BUILT FOR A GENERATION -
A local family will soon become the first in a generation to move into a newly built Council property in Chesterfield. More...

NEWLY MERGED COUNCILS APPOINT CHIEF EXECUTIVE -
Wes Lumley has been appointed joint Chief Executive of Bolsover District Council and North East Derbyshire District Council. More...

LOCAL GOVERNMENT MINISTER'S PRAISE FOR CHESTERFIELD -
Chesterfield today welcomed the town's third Government Minister in two weeks, Andrew Stunell OBE MP.More...

LOCAL MP CALLS FOR FAIRER SHARE OF PORK CASH -
Rising costs of wheat, used as feed for pigs, has meant that local farmers are suffering huge losses as supermarkets refuse to pay more for pork More...

WANT YOUR SAY? REGISTER TO VOTE -
Residents across North East Derbyshire are being reminded that they have just over a month to register to vote in the upcoming local and parish elections. More...

COUNCIL TAX FROZEN FOR CHESTERFIELD RESIDENTS -
It's been announced by Chesterfield Borough Council tonight at its budget setting meeting, that there is to be no increase in its Council Tax for next year More...

SIGNED, SEALED, DELIVERED -
It's now official. The historic partnership between two local councils was signed this morning at Bolsover District Council HQ. More...

SERVICES PROTECTED AS BUDGET IS SET -
Despite a tough financial year, NE Derbyshire District Council, is on track to achieve a balanced budget which protects frontline services. More...

THOUSANDS SET TO BENEFIT FROM HISTORIC MERGER -
An innovative partnership between 2 Derbyshire councils is to be signed on the 1st March and is set to benefit thousands of families immediately. More...

PITCOM MAKE IT HAPPEN FOR PRIMARY SCHOOLS -
MP Natascha Engel has written to all local primary schools urging them to enter the 'Make IT Happen' technology competition. More...

£52m CASH BOOST FOR NE DERBYSHIRE COUNCIL HOMES -
In the biggest allocation of cash in the East Midlands, council tenants in NE Derbys are set to benefit from a £52m spending programme to improve their homes. More...

MP FACES GRILLING FROM LOCAL YOUNGSTERS -
David Dimbleby may not have been present but that didn't stop local youngsters taking part in a Question Time style session with MP Natascha Engel. More...

LOCAL COUNCIL FREEZES COUNCIL TAX -
Good news for some residents in Chesterfield after NE Derbyshire District Council announced it's looking to freeze this year’s Council Tax bill. More...

'VISIONARY' COUNCILLOR WINS TOP AWARD -
He oversaw the transformation of a local Council in the fastest time in Local Government history and now receives the country's top councilor honour. More...

CAN YOU MAKE A DIFFERENCE? -
If you've ever listened to a Councillor and thought you'd do better, or you care about your community and think you could help to improve services in the area, then read on... More...

LOCAL MP SPEAKS OUT FOR SPORT -
MP For NE Derbys, Natascha Engel, yesterday challenged Education Secretary Michael Gove in Parliament over the money owed to School Sport Partnerships More...

COUNCILS MOOT PLANS FOR A MERGER TO SAVE £1.5M -
2 local Councils confirm that they're looking at combining some resources to provide a cost cutting service for residents. More...

A BUSY START TO THE YEAR FOR MP NATASCHA -
With the cuts in budgets and services really starting to bite, we are seeing a far greater number of people coming to surgery as well as dropping in. More...

COUNCIL APOLOGISES TO TENANTS OVER RENT ERROR -
Chesterfield Borough Council has today apologised after an administrative error was discovered in around 4% of it's rent payments. More...

COUNCIL LEADER IN LINE FOR AWARD -
NEDDC Leader, Cllr Graham Baxter MBE will soon tread the red carpet after being short-listed for a prestigious national accolade for his work in leading the authority. More...

YOUR CHANCE TO BECOME A LOCAL COUNCILLOR -
Ahead of the local Elections in May, North East Derbyshire District Council is encouraging locals with an interest in becoming a Councillor to find out more. More...

LOCAL PHARMACIST WINS AWARD -
Toby Perkins MP presented an Award to a Chesterfield Pharmacist in recognition of her work in helping to combat blood clots. More...

COUNCIL TESTS LOCAL TAXI FIRMS -
Chesterfield Borough Council has conducted an undercover operation to try and catch private taxi firms plying for trade. More...

NATASCHA ENGELS YEAR IN PARLIAMENT REVIEW -
NOT WHAT WE VOTED FOR! Last year was dominated by one of the fiercest General Election battles this country has known. More...

VOLUNTEER SHINES AT AWARDS -
A Chesterfield Law Centre worker is celebrating after winning a prestigious award at a ceremony aimed at celebrating the work of volunteers at organisations in the town. More...

MP TAKES TO THE SHOP FLOOR... -
Visitors to Barnardo's charity shop in Chesterfield were served by a very familiar face last Saturday.Toby Perkins MP for Chesterfield, joined the shop's workforce for the day. More...

CHESTERFIELD MP SPEAKS OUT AGAINST SPENDING REVIEW -
Toby Perkins MP told the Chesterfield Post: "Chesterfield is going to be badly affected b the cuts, probably more so than anywhere else in Derbyshire" More...

NATASCHA ENGEL MP CHECKS ON NEW SERVICES AT LOCAL SURGERY -
North East Derbyshire MP, Natascha Engel, has seen first hand how the introduction of new initiatives has benefitted patients in Clay Cross. More...

CHESTERFIELD MP AWARDED A FRONT BENCH ROLE -
A few days after the Shadow Cabinet was announced by new Labour leader Ed Miliband, news comes that Chesterfield MP, Toby Perkins, has been awarded a post on the frontbench team.More...

TOBY PERKINS MP SPEAKS ABOUT NEW SHADOW CABINET -
Chesterfield Post Editor Karen Johnson spoke with Toby about his thoughts on the new Shadow Cabinet announced by Ed Miliband on friday.More...

CHESTERFIELD LABOUR PARTY NUMBERS RISE -
After Ed Miliband was elected Leader of the Labour Party at the party Conference last week, Chesterfield Labour Party is reporting a rise in it's membership, More...

LOCAL MP "DELIGHTED" BY ED MILIBAND WIN -Natascha Engel, Labour MP for NE Derbyshire has declared she is "delighted" after Ed Miliband was elected Leader of the Labour Party. More...

SUPPORT FOR EDUCATION FOR
ALL CHILDREN WORLDWIDE -
Chesterfield MP Toby Perkins joined TV presenter Gary Lineker and his wife Danielle to support for the 1 GOAL campaign at the Houses of Parliament. More...

VANDALS 'HAVEN' IS UNSAFE SAYS MP -
Residents and businesses near to a Chesterfield skate park are claiming they're under siege from youths who congregate there. More...

WORLD'S BIGGEST COFFE MORNING HITS THE SPOT IN BRIMINGTON -
On Friday September 24th, Brimington Bowls Club was the venue for an World's Biggest Coffee Morning event ,raising money for Macmillan Support. More...